How To Fix SO684 - Document name and title must be entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SO - SAPoffice: message texts

• Message number: 684

• Message text: Document name and title must be entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SO684 - Document name and title must be entered ?

  The SAP error message SO684 indicates that when you are trying to create or process a document (such as a report, invoice, or any other document type) in SAP, the system requires both a document name and a title to be entered. This is a common requirement in SAP to ensure that documents are properly identified and can be easily referenced later.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The document you are trying to create does not have a name or title specified.
  The fields for the document name and title are mandatory in the context you are working in, and they have not been filled out.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SO684 error, you should:
  
  Check the Document Creation Screen: Ensure that you have filled in both the "Document Name" and "Document Title" fields. These fields are typically located in the header section of the document creation screen.
  Enter Valid Values: Make sure that the values you enter in these fields are valid and meet any specific requirements set by your organization or the SAP configuration.
  Review Configuration: If you are consistently encountering this error, it may be worth checking with your SAP administrator to see if there are any specific configurations or settings that need to be adjusted.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Field Requirements: The requirement for document name and title can vary based on the document type and the specific transaction you are using. Always refer to the documentation or guidelines provided by your organization.
  SAP Notes: If you continue to experience issues, you may want to search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this error or provide additional context.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of filling out all mandatory fields when creating documents in SAP to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SO684 error and successfully create or process your document in SAP.